65
Townlands
1,294
Registros censales
275
Hogares
2
Años del censo
- Personas
- 705
- Hogares
- 141
- Personas
- 589 -16.5%
- Hogares
- 134 -5%
Acerca de
Quin is a small village and townland located in County Clare in the midwest of Ireland, situated in the fertile landscape of the River Shannon valley. The village sits within the barony of Inchiquin, in an area characterized by pastoral farmland, stone walls, and the gently rolling terrain typical of this part of Munster. The surrounding countryside is dotted with traditional Irish farms and rural settlements, while the village itself serves as a local service center for the broader community. The proximity to larger towns like Ennis and Tulla has influenced its development and role within the regional economy.
The area has deep historical roots extending back centuries. Quin is perhaps most notably associated with Quin Abbey, a Franciscan friary that was founded in the 15th century and represents an important example of late medieval religious architecture in Ireland. The abbey stands as a substantial ruin and remains a significant historical landmark in the village. The broader region of County Clare has a rich history tied to Gaelic Irish culture, the Anglo-Norman settlement, and subsequent Irish resistance, all of which have left their mark on the local landscape and heritage.
Quin Abbey itself is the primary historical attraction in the area and draws visitors interested in Irish medieval history and architecture. The friary features characteristic elements of 15th-century construction, including cloisters and well-preserved stonework. Beyond the abbey, the village maintains its character as a rural Irish community with a church, local shops, and traditional social institutions that serve the surrounding population. The wider County Clare region is known for its cultural significance, particularly its musical traditions and archaeological heritage.
For the local community, Quin functions as a village anchor point for rural Clare, supporting agricultural families and maintaining cultural continuity in a predominantly farming area. The presence of the historical abbey provides both cultural identity and some heritage tourism interest, though Quin remains a quiet, modest village rather than a major tourist destination. Like many rural Irish communities, it represents the ongoing importance of small settlements in maintaining social and economic life in the Irish countryside.
Source: AI generated
No photo added yet
- Condado
-
Jurisdicción
República de Irlanda
-
Años del censo
1901, 1911
-
Townlands
65 townlands registradas
Acciones rápidas
Obtener la app de iOS
Busque sobre la marcha
Ubicación del distrito
OpenStreetMapDetalles
- Distrito
- Quin
- Condado
- Clare
- Irlandés
- An Clár
- Jurisdicción
- República de Irlanda
Registros censales
Townlands
65Cookie Notice
This site uses essential cookies to keep you signed in and remember your preferences. We do not use analytics or advertising cookies.
Read our Privacy PolicyGet in touch
Message sent
Thanks for getting in touch. I'll get back to you as soon as I can.